Alison Alhamed

Editor in Chief, MODERN SALON

As Editor in Chief, Alison Alhamed shapes the content and voice for MODERN SALON's social media platforms, digital channels and monthly print magazine. Alison collaborates closely with salon professionals, social influencers, brands and industry personalities to connect them with our community of readers and followers. As a beauty editor, public speaker and licensed cosmetologist, Alison was named one of Folio magazine's 13 Under 30 emerging leaders in publishing. She regularly judges industry competitions; presents on how to build a following on social media; collaborates with brands on photoshoots, marketing and advertising campaigns; and is passionate about the professional salon industry.

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So, Did You Watch It?

So, Did You Watch It?

by Alison Alhamed

Modern Salon TV—only one-day old—has already made quite the splash in the beauty industry! If you haven't seen our premiere episode, you MUST tune in ! Visit modernsalon.tv to watch!! Let us know what YOU think! Afterall, you're the reason we launched the show! Everyone has their preference of the way they get their information. Whether that's through the printed magazine, daily e-newsletters, the digital edition of Modern Salon, mobile edition, blogs, Facebook, Twitter, etc. now you can sit back, relax and enjoy the show : )

Arrojo's Product Line-Up, Plus Big News!

by Alison Alhamed

After three years of carrying the incredibly successful Arrojo product line at his namesake salon in New York City, Nick Arrojo found the next logical step in the Arrojo brand was to make the product available to salons across the country.

Giving Back: Products for Future PhDs

by Alison Alhamed

Lately, there's been a lot of talk about giving back. Whether you're giving back to the community, giving back to your peers, or giving back to the industry—whatever you can do to make a difference in the lives of others is so important.

Hearts for Haiti <3

by Alison Alhamed

"It is our hope and prayer that our efforts will help aid the families and victims of this natural disaster. If we can help even one family during this tumultuous time we will do just that,” says Bruno Mascolo.

Can't Master 'The Snooki'? Try 'The Audrey!'

Can't Master 'The Snooki'? Try 'The Audrey!'

by Alison Alhamed

Dear Modern Salon readers, Just because I'm writing about Jersey Shore hair does not mean that I am endorsing Jersey Shore or their crazy antics. I am simply fascinated by their mile-high hair... and, their fist pumping. That is all. Sincerely, Alison Shipley

Turn Spring Hair Trends Into Profit

Turn Spring Hair Trends Into Profit

by Alison Alhamed

Knowing what’s new in hair fashion, like the latest inspiring and motivating Wella TrendVision collection, is the fun part of being a salon professional. But how do you convert fashion looks into added business for your salon? While P&G Salon Professional partner salons have their fingers on the pulse of fashion, they also know how to convert runway looks into solid service and retail sales. Here, several share ideas for turning fashion into cash and pleasing clients along the way!

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